Add this topic to your myFT Digest for news straight to your inbox
A large proportion of loans still go to the Egyptian government
Three generations of one family have helped the institution grow and remain profitable
Gulf banks have been blazing an expansionary trail across north Africa and Asia
Spending cuts are expected as well as new opportunities for business
Culture of largesse is under pressure as the country accelerates efforts to cut dependence on crude
Up to $70bn moved from asset managers to boost falling oil revenues
Neighbouring states should use their wealth to tempt nation to pull in its regional horns
End of sanctions would prise open one of the world’s last closed markets
Property group Dar Al Arkan and Bank Alkhair in dispute with website former bank employee over website claims
Well-connected emirate is attracting both big tech and small start-ups
State-owned company aims to exploit revived economy with fresh investment ahead of 2020 expo
Falling energy prices and loosening China monetary policy spur US stocks
Second-biggest float this year after Alibaba has come under criticism from influential clerics
Reform will have a positive impact on the City’s reputation as a banking centre, says Philip Augar
Arab world’s largest listing defies religious criticism and plummeting stock market
Qatar promises $1bn to help in the reconstruction of the territory
International donors asked to help reconstruction after Israel conflict
Rami Hamdallah, prime minister, says Palestinians have ‘put the years of rift behind us’
Indicators show a marked upturn in financial activity in the region, even as sectarian violence spreads
Prescription to reform the world of business
Managers make the most of their freedom to take a longer-term view on investments
UK was first government from west to issue an Islamic bond
Structural reform and wider employment are urgent priorities
Overseas firms are seeking ways to become part of the action
Despite gains, growth will probably slow
International Edition